Scope of the Legislation

GFM (Ministry of Economic Development) Decree 21/2023 (VIII. 30.) regulates the provisions and requirements applicable to live working (FAM). The regulation applies to all activities where live working occurs on electrical equipment and systems, including the production of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). This is particularly important for companies involved in the manufacture of EV batteries, where working with components above low voltage (DC 120V) is a daily practice.

Purpose of the Legislation

The aim of the decree is to protect the safety and health of employees and to require employers to establish safe conditions for live working. This includes providing appropriate training and certification, ensuring the availability and use of necessary protective equipment, and implementing occupational safety measures based on risk assessment.

Key Points

Scope and Stakeholders

• The decree applies to all companies engaged in live working, such as those involved in the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles. This includes manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and operational tasks.

Training Requirements

• Employees are required to participate in specialized training for live working. These training sessions cover theoretical knowledge, practical preparation, and safety procedures. The competencies acquired must be refreshed at least every 2 years according to this legislation!
• A certificate will be issued at the end of the training, proving the employee's suitability for live working.

 Occupational Safety Measures

• Employers are required to conduct a detailed risk assessment before each live working operation and to determine the necessary safety measures accordingly. Employers must provide the necessary protective equipment and other safety devices, which employees must use and wear during the activity!

Certification and Records

• The validity of the certificates is limited and must be renewed at regular intervals. Employers are responsible for keeping records of the certificates and monitoring their validity.

Deadlines

• Effective Date: November 29, 2023. The decree comes into force on this day, and from this point, employers must comply with the requirements.
• Completion of Training Requirements: December 31, 2024. By this date, all affected employees must possess the certificates required for the live working they perform.

Recommended Steps

Our company, as an automotive expert service provider, assists you in complying with the requirements of GFM Decree 21/2023 and also with the provisions of ITM (Ministry of Innovation and Technology) Decree 34/2021 of the:

• Consulting: We help in the implementation, revision of safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and establishing necessary safety measures.
• Training Programs: We offer tailored training programs focused on live working, including theoretical and practical education, as well as preparation for certification.

This executive summary ensures that you can take the necessary steps in a timely and appropriate manner to comply with GFM Decree 21/2023. For further details and a customized offer of our services, please contact us.

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Questionnaire for Assessing GFM Decree 21/2023 (VIII. 30.) - Live Working